How much does a surplus school bus sell for at government auction?

Across 208 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months, the median school bus sold for $2,763, with most closing between $1,324 and $5,171. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.

Where can I buy a surplus school bus?

Government agencies sell surplus school bus through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live school bus listings into one free, searchable feed — no bid packs or credits required.

Are these sold prices before or after fees?

These are realised final winning bids, excluding buyer's premium and taxes. Budget for an additional buyer's premium (often around 10%), applicable taxes, and transport when estimating your all-in cost.

School bus: what it sells for at government auction

Name: School bus median final sale prices — United States government auction
Creator: GovAuctions

The median school bus lot sold for $2,763 across 208 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months. Most close between $1,324 and $5,171.

Median sale

$2,763

Typical range

$1,324–$5,171

Completed lots

208

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Median sale price by month

2026-06

$2,633

2026-05

$1,333

Recent sold school bus examples

CH - 2012 Thomas/Thomas 43 passenger school bus with lift #1$1,500
Sold Jun 18, 2026 · OH
2017 Blue Bird School/Transit Bus$34,000
Sold Jun 18, 2026 · PA
2017 Blue Bird School/Transit Bus$29,000
Sold Jun 18, 2026 · PA
2009 International 3000 School Bus$2,925
Sold Jun 18, 2026 · AL
2009 International 3000 School Bus$3,300
Sold Jun 18, 2026 · AL
2009 International 3000 School Bus$2,525
Sold Jun 18, 2026 · AL

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School bus sold prices by state

Ohio$3,251 (23)Texas$1,723 (18)West Virginia$1,983 (17)Alabama$2,031 (16)Arizona$2,925 (14)Georgia$943 (13)Tennessee$943 (12)Pennsylvania$18,850 (10)New Jersey$1,040 (9)Iowa$1,398 (9)Utah$975 (9)Kentucky$2,717 (9)Washington$1,593 (7)Virginia$979 (6)

Other vehicles sold prices

Box truck $8,465 Trailer $1,825 Ford Explorer $2,698 Ford F-150 $3,103 Chevrolet Silverado $5,400 Ford F-350 $4,400 Ford F-250 $3,408 Dodge Charger $2,090 Chevrolet Tahoe $3,621 Freightliner $4,571

Frequently asked questions

How much does a surplus school bus sell for at government auction?: Across 208 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months, the median school bus sold for $2,763, with most closing between $1,324 and $5,171. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus school bus?: Government agencies sell surplus school bus through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live school bus listings into one free, searchable feed — no bid packs or credits required.
Are these sold prices before or after fees?: These are realised final winning bids, excluding buyer's premium and taxes. Budget for an additional buyer's premium (often around 10%), applicable taxes, and transport when estimating your all-in cost.

Methodology: median final winning bid on school bus lots that closed on official United States government auction platforms over the trailing 365 days, matched by title. Realised sale prices, excluding buyer's premium. No-bid lots excluded. Updated daily.